The van Horn Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The van Horn Foundation is a private foundation in Honesdale, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $33,960 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $11,560. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$33,960
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$11,560
- Assets$794,802
- New grantees5%
Giving in 2025 was down from $34,460 the year before.
5% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $29,839 | 20 | $656,149 |
| 2024 | $34,460 | 20 | $705,171 |
| 2025 | $33,960 | 19 | $794,802 |
How to apply
The van Horn Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What The van Horn Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Maryland.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | 2 | $12,560 |
| Pennsylvania | 8 | $8,000 |
| New Jersey | 4 | $6,900 |
| South Carolina | 5 | $6,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| McDaniel College | Further mission of organizaiton | $11,560 |
| St Vincent Academy | Scholarship funds | $3,000 |
| Point Pleasant Presbyterian Church | Further mission of organization | $2,400 |
| Deep Well Project | Further mission of organization | $2,000 |
| First Union African Baptist Church | Further mission of organization | $2,000 |
| Wayne County Public Library | Further mission of organization | $2,000 |
| Common Ground on the Hill | Scholarship funds | $1,000 |
| Friends of East Broadtop RR | Restoration | $1,000 |
| Honesdale Communities That Care Inc | Futher mission of organization | $1,000 |
| Honesdale Emergency Pantry | Further mission of organization | $1,000 |
| South Carolina Coastal Conservation League | Further mission of organization | $1,000 |
| South Carolina Environmental Law Project | Further mission of organization | $1,000 |
| St Gregory's Pantry | Further mission of organization | $1,000 |
| The Wayne County Community Foundati | Further mission of organization | $1,000 |
| Victims Intervention Program | Further mission of organization | $1,000 |
| Monmouth University | Further mission of organization | $500 |
| Olga & Dorothea Dessin SPCA | Further mission of organization | $500 |
| Sandalwood Community Food Pantry | Further mission of organization | $500 |
| St John's Evangelical Lutheran Church | Further mission of organization | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Wayne Bank
- John van Horn
- Mary Ellen Luthy
- Mellissa Wertman
Questions people ask
Does The van Horn Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The van Horn Foundation give?
$33,960 in tax year 2025, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The van Horn Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Wayne Bank (Trustee), John van Horn (Trustee), Mary Ellen Luthy (Trustee) and Mellissa Wertman (Trustee).
What does The van Horn Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and food and hunger.